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People share 15 lifehacks that may seem fake but truly are 'a lifesaver' — how many of these have worked for you?

When the going gets tough, hacks are always there to save the day. Whether you completely ruined your dish with one wrong step or can't seem to figure what goes where, these 15 life hacks are on point
PUBLISHED DEC 1, 2024
(L)Woman cannot take off stuck wedding ring. (Representative Cover Image Source: Getty Images| Photo by andriana_cz), (R)Lit loose pile of snack chips on fire. (Representative Cover Image Source: Getty Images| Photo by Leventkonuk)
(L)Woman cannot take off stuck wedding ring. (Representative Cover Image Source: Getty Images| Photo by andriana_cz), (R)Lit loose pile of snack chips on fire. (Representative Cover Image Source: Getty Images| Photo by Leventkonuk)

There is a traditional and precise way of doing almost everything and then there's the smart and effortless way- hacks. The infinite amount of no-brainers that save the day time and again are held dear by different people. Whether you need to complete a task or figure something out, there is always a simplified method of doing the same. Cleanliness, hygiene, safety, career, money, and every other field have some hacks that people swear by to make life easy. When you can simply use a thing or two to avoid a massive disaster, why not try? When you can make chores and other techniques quick and impressive, why not give it a shot? 

Life hacks written on notepad. (Representative Image Source: Getty Images| Photo by golibtolibov)
Life hacks written on notepad. (Representative Image Source: Getty Images| Photo by golibtolibov)

Life hacks when it comes to dressing, cooking, skincare, relationships and everything else always take things up a notch and add a unique and elevated touch. However, not all hacks work, some can be fake, some can turn the whole task upside down and some will just leave you brainstorming more than before. Nevertheless, they deserve a shot. u/rat-avec-london called on Redditors asking them to share what life hacks they have learned that seem fake but are actually marvelous. With over 77,000 responses, people were glad to reveal simple techniques, items, reminders and more that are a life-saver. Here are 15 of the most effective ones that you can borrow.

1. It's easy to stay awake


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2. Oil to the rescue


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3. No stickiness 


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Pulling stuck chewing gum from light fabric with fingers. (Representative Image Source: Getty Images| Photo by tofiqu ahamed)

4. Finger-saving good


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5. Hands down the best hack


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6. Keep 'em warm


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Lifehacks; Light a loose pile of snack chips on fire. (Representative Image Source: Getty Images| Photo by Leventkonuk)
Lifehacks; Light a loose pile of snack chips on fire. (Representative Image Source: Getty Images| Photo by Leventkonuk)

7. Take heed parents


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8. Beat the heat in a simple and easy way


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9. Literally 'life-saving' when you're out on the road


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Man applying shave foam on hand. (Representative Image Source: Getty Images| Photo by Prostock studio)

10. Light it up!


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11. Save your tears for another day


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12. Don't pop the life out of your skin to remove splinters


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Baking soda being used to relieve itching from rashes. (Representative Image Source: Getty Images| Photo by ThamKC)

13. Golden hack


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14. No more stinky pits


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Man putting antibacterial product on armpits. (Representative Image Source: Getty Images| Photo by Valerii Apetroaiei)

15. Pill thrills


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